Labor Leadership Crisis Unfolds In Canberra

Labor Leadership Crisis Unfolds In Canberra

Labor Leadership Crisis Unfolds In Canberra

Stefan Postles

A general view of the House of Representatives during question time on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. Kevin Rudd is expected to nominate for the leadership and Simon Crean for the deputy position. Rudd, who was elected Prime Minister in the 2007 election was ousted by Gillard in June 2010, who then went on to win the 2010 Federal Election in August.

A general view of the House of Representatives during question time on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. Kevin Rudd is expected to nominate for the leadership and Simon Crean for the deputy position. Rudd, who was elected Prime Minister in the 2007 election was ousted by Gillard in June 2010, who then went on to win the 2010 Federal Election in August.

Labor Leadership Crisis Unfolds In Canberra

Stefan Postles

Kevin Rudd speaks to the media prior to entering the caucus meeting on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. In a surprise turn of events only the incumbents nominated for the positions, so Julia Gillard remains Prime Minister and Wayne Swan stays in the role of Deputy Prime Minister.

Kevin Rudd speaks to the media prior to entering the caucus meeting on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. In a surprise turn of events only the incumbents nominated for the positions, so Julia Gillard remains Prime Minister and Wayne Swan stays in the role of Deputy Prime Minister.

Labor Leadership Crisis Unfolds In Canberra

Stefan Postles

Prime Minister Julia Gillard walks towards the ballot room on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. In a surprise turn of events only the incumbents nominated for the positions, so Julia Gillard remains Prime Minister and Wayne Swan stays in the role of Deputy Prime Minister.

Prime Minister Julia Gillard walks towards the ballot room on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. In a surprise turn of events only the incumbents nominated for the positions, so Julia Gillard remains Prime Minister and Wayne Swan stays in the role of Deputy Prime Minister.

Labor Leadership Crisis Unfolds In Canberra

Stefan Postles

Prime Minister Julia Gillard returns to her office after the caucus meeting on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. In a surprise turn of events only the incumbents nominated for the positions, so Julia Gillard remains Prime Minister and Wayne Swan stays in the role of Deputy Prime Minister.

Prime Minister Julia Gillard returns to her office after the caucus meeting on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. In a surprise turn of events only the incumbents nominated for the positions, so Julia Gillard remains Prime Minister and Wayne Swan stays in the role of Deputy Prime Minister.

Labor Leadership Crisis Unfolds In Canberra

Stefan Postles

Simon Crean (top - C) sits on the back bench during House of Representatives question time on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. Kevin Rudd is expected to nominate for the leadership and Simon Crean for the deputy position. Rudd, who was elected Prime Minister in the 2007 election was ousted by Gillard in June 2010, who then went on to win the 2010 Federal Election in August.

Simon Crean (top - C) sits on the back bench during House of Representatives question time on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. Kevin Rudd is expected to nominate for the leadership and Simon Crean for the deputy position. Rudd, who was elected Prime Minister in the 2007 election was ousted by Gillard in June 2010, who then went on to win the 2010 Federal Election in August.

Labor Leadership Crisis Unfolds In Canberra

Stefan Postles

Prime Minister Julia Gillard and Opposition leader Tony Abbott sit opposite each other during House of Representatives question time on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. Kevin Rudd is expected to nominate for the leadership and Simon Crean for the deputy position. Rudd, who was elected Prime Minister in the 2007 election was ousted by Gillard in June 2010, who then went on to win the 2010 Federal Election in August.

Prime Minister Julia Gillard and Opposition leader Tony Abbott sit opposite each other during House of Representatives question time on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. Kevin Rudd is expected to nominate for the leadership and Simon Crean for the deputy position. Rudd, who was elected Prime Minister in the 2007 election was ousted by Gillard in June 2010, who then went on to win the 2010 Federal Election in August.

Labor Leadership Crisis Unfolds In Canberra

Stefan Postles

Kevin Rudd arrives for House of Representatives question time on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. Kevin Rudd is expected to nominate for the leadership and Simon Crean for the deputy position. Rudd, who was elected Prime Minister in the 2007 election was ousted by Gillard in June 2010, who then went on to win the 2010 Federal Election in August.

Kevin Rudd arrives for House of Representatives question time on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. Kevin Rudd is expected to nominate for the leadership and Simon Crean for the deputy position. Rudd, who was elected Prime Minister in the 2007 election was ousted by Gillard in June 2010, who then went on to win the 2010 Federal Election in August.

Labor Leadership Crisis Unfolds In Canberra

Stefan Postles

Prime Minister Julia Gillard during House of Representatives question time on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. Kevin Rudd is expected to nominate for the leadership and Simon Crean for the deputy position. Rudd, who was elected Prime Minister in the 2007 election was ousted by Gillard in June 2010, who then went on to win the 2010 Federal Election in August.

Prime Minister Julia Gillard during House of Representatives question time on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. Kevin Rudd is expected to nominate for the leadership and Simon Crean for the deputy position. Rudd, who was elected Prime Minister in the 2007 election was ousted by Gillard in June 2010, who then went on to win the 2010 Federal Election in August.

Labor Leadership Crisis Unfolds In Canberra

Stefan Postles

Labor MP Simon Crean speaks to media on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. Kevin Rudd is expected to nominate for the leadership and Simon Crean for the deputy position. Rudd, who was elected Prime Minister in the 2007 election was ousted by Gillard in June 2010, who then went on to win the 2010 Federal Election in August.

Labor MP Simon Crean speaks to media on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. Kevin Rudd is expected to nominate for the leadership and Simon Crean for the deputy position. Rudd, who was elected Prime Minister in the 2007 election was ousted by Gillard in June 2010, who then went on to win the 2010 Federal Election in August.

Labor Leadership Crisis Unfolds In Canberra

Stefan Postles

Simon Crean (C) leaves the caucus meeting on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. In a surprise turn of events only the incumbents nominated for the positions, so Julia Gillard remains Prime Minister and Wayne Swan stays in the role of Deputy Prime Minister.

Simon Crean (C) leaves the caucus meeting on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. In a surprise turn of events only the incumbents nominated for the positions, so Julia Gillard remains Prime Minister and Wayne Swan stays in the role of Deputy Prime Minister.

Labor Leadership Crisis Unfolds In Canberra

Stefan Postles

Prime Minister Julia Gillard and Deputy Prime Minister Wayne Swan walk towards the caucus meeting on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. In a surprise turn of events only the incumbents nominated for the positions, so Julia Gillard remains Prime Minister and Wayne Swan stays in the role of Deputy Prime Minister.

Prime Minister Julia Gillard and Deputy Prime Minister Wayne Swan walk towards the caucus meeting on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. In a surprise turn of events only the incumbents nominated for the positions, so Julia Gillard remains Prime Minister and Wayne Swan stays in the role of Deputy Prime Minister.

Labour Leadership Crisis Unfolds In Canberra

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Prime Minister Julia Gillard and opposition leader Tony Abbot arrive to deliver their National Apology on Forced Adoption in the Great Hall at Parliament House, Canberra. More than 800 people were affected by the practice of forced adoption from the 1950s to 1970s.

Prime Minister Julia Gillard and opposition leader Tony Abbot arrive to deliver their National Apology on Forced Adoption in the Great Hall at Parliament House, Canberra. More than 800 people were affected by the practice of forced adoption from the 1950s to 1970s.

Labour Leadership Crisis Unfolds In Canberra

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Prime Minister Julia Gillard delivers the National Apology on Forced Adoption in the Great Hall at Parliament House, Canberra. More than 800 people were affected by the practice of forced adoption from the 1950s to 1970s.

Prime Minister Julia Gillard delivers the National Apology on Forced Adoption in the Great Hall at Parliament House, Canberra. More than 800 people were affected by the practice of forced adoption from the 1950s to 1970s.

Labor Leadership Crisis Unfolds In Canberra

Stefan Postles

Independent MPs Andrew Wilkie, Craig Thompson, Rob Oakeshott and Tony Windsor during House of Representatives talk amongst themselves during question time on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. Kevin Rudd is expected to nominate for the leadership and Simon Crean for the deputy position. Rudd, who was elected Prime Minister in the 2007 election was ousted by Gillard in June 2010, who then went on to win the 2010 Federal Election in August.

Independent MPs Andrew Wilkie, Craig Thompson, Rob Oakeshott and Tony Windsor during House of Representatives talk amongst themselves during question time on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. Kevin Rudd is expected to nominate for the leadership and Simon Crean for the deputy position. Rudd, who was elected Prime Minister in the 2007 election was ousted by Gillard in June 2010, who then went on to win the 2010 Federal Election in August.

Labor Leadership Crisis Unfolds In Canberra

Stefan Postles

Opposition Leader Tony Abbott speaks during a motion to suspend stating orders during House of Representatives question time on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. Kevin Rudd is expected to nominate for the leadership and Simon Crean for the deputy position. Rudd, who was elected Prime Minister in the 2007 election was ousted by Gillard in June 2010, who then went on to win the 2010 Federal Election in August.

Opposition Leader Tony Abbott speaks during a motion to suspend stating orders during House of Representatives question time on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. Kevin Rudd is expected to nominate for the leadership and Simon Crean for the deputy position. Rudd, who was elected Prime Minister in the 2007 election was ousted by Gillard in June 2010, who then went on to win the 2010 Federal Election in August.

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A general view of the House of Representatives during question time... News PhotoAsking,Australia,Canberra,General View,House Of Representatives,Politics,VerticalPhotographer Stefan PostlesCollection: Getty Images News 2013 Getty ImagesCANBERRA, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 21: A general view of the House of Representatives during question time on March 21, 2013 in Canberra, Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has called for a ballot today to decide the leader, and deputy leader of the Australian Labor Party, effectively a caucus vote that will decide the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the country. Kevin Rudd is expected to nominate for the leadership and Simon Crean for the deputy position. Rudd, who was elected Prime Minister in the 2007 election was ousted by Gillard in June 2010, who then went on to win the 2010 Federal Election in August. (Photo by Stefan Postles/Getty Images)